Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

The Cook is responsible for preparing menu items utilizing cooking equipment in a fast-paced environment. The Cook must adhere to high food quality standards to ensure guest satisfaction.  Portion control, food waste and sanitation are additional areas that the Cook must be aware of while operating in the kitchen.

This role will pay an hourly rate of $12.

Benefits for PT roles: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.

EVERGREEN ROLE: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no application deadline.

The Clovis Civic Center is located in Clovis, New Mexico.  Our 35,000 sqare foot venue space includes a ballroom, meeting rooms, and a plaza.  We specialize in banquets and meetings.  

• Accurately prepare food in a timely fashion.
• Follow Prep schedule as assigned by the Executive Chef.
• Prepare food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces).
• Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff.
• Be able to plate dinners quickly and accurately.
• Assist other team members with their duties.
• Clean up the station and take care of leftover food.
• Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies.
• Stock inventory appropriately.
• Answer, report and follow the executive chef’s instructions.
• Maintain a clean and safe station inside the kitchen.
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards.
• Must meet the company standard for excellent attendance.

• Proven cooking experience, including but not limited to experience as a Line Chef, Restaurant Cook or Prep Cook.
• Work experience in events, banquets or restaurants is preferred but not required.
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to make fast, simple, repeated movements of fingers, hands and wrists.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment.
• Availability to work nights and weekends.
• Posses valid food handling certificate if required by state and federal regulations.

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.